Fruit Swirl Cheesecake Recipe

Fruit Swirl Cheesecake Recipe

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the cheesecake filling:

• 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 large eggs
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup fruit puree (such as raspberry, strawberry, or blueberry)

For the garnish:

• Fresh fruits (berries, pineapple slices, mandarin orange segments)
• Fresh mint leaves
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

1. Prepare the crust:
   • Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
   • In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until well combined.
   • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
   • Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
2. Prepare the cheesecake filling:
   • In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
   • Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
   • Mix in the vanilla extract, sour cream, and flour until just combined.
3. Create the fruit swirl:
   • Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the cooled crust.
   • Drop spoonfuls of fruit puree over the batter and use a knife to swirl the puree into the batter.
   • Pour the remaining cheesecake batter over the top and repeat the swirling process with more fruit puree.
4. Bake the cheesecake:
   • Place the springform pan in a larger baking dish. Pour hot water into the larger dish to create a water bath (the water should reach halfway up the sides of the springform pan).
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
   • Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for about 1 hour.
   • Remove the cheesecake from the oven and water bath. Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
5. Garnish and serve:
   • Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and transfer it to a serving plate.
   • Garnish with fresh fruits, mint leaves, and a dusting of powdered sugar.
   • Slice and enjoy your beautiful fruit swirl cheesecake!

This cheesecake is sure to impress with its stunning appearance and delicious flavor. Enjoy!